AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCARICOM leadership shake-up: Heads of Government in St. Lucia agreed to refer the dispute over the reappointment of Secretary-General Dr Carla Barnett to the Caribbean Court of Justice, after Trinidad and Tobago argued the process was unlawful and urged CCJ intervention. Incoming CARICOM chair focus: St. Lucia PM Philip J. Pierre officially assumed the six-month CARICOM chair from July 1, pitching a people-first agenda and pushing integration “from conference rooms to communities.” Regional unity push amid tension: Outgoing chair Dr Terrance Drew urged leaders to resolve disagreements privately and show up for retreats, while Jamaica’s PM Andrew Holness said Kingston won’t overturn the decision but remains concerned the approach didn’t meet the Revised Treaty’s spirit. CARICOM expands: Martinique formally joined CARICOM as the newest associate member, boosting participation as the region seeks a stronger collective voice. Humanitarian solidarity: St. Kitts and Nevis announced a shipment of medical and food supplies to earthquake-hit Venezuela, coordinated with CARICOM and Guyana. Local sports note: Tut Bay FC complained about a sudden venue switch for a match in the ongoing football calendar.
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